Author Resources

I’ve been researching Self Publishing for a long time, here is a bunch of stuff that I’ve found very useful:

The Science Fiction and Fantasy Marketing Podcast: Excellent and extensive podcast for authors.

Jenna Moreci : Follows a fledgling author from pre-release through two released books. She also answers a lot of questions. And is a Cyborg. Rated “S” for swearing. Her website is HERE.

Libbie Hawker’s how to write an awesome Blurb or Query: For those hard to write two paragraph summaries to go on the back of your book.

Bowker, ISBNs in the US: Don’t buy only one, really.

The Book Cover Designer : Extensive online storefront for freelance cover designers.

Goodreads’ Beta Readers group : I’ve used this on several occasions.

Conosaurus : Searchable database of lots of conventions, find one near you. This is now defunct. 🙁

Smashwords : One of the first indie e-book distribution houses. Also check out Mark’s Podcast.

Draft 2 Digital : A former competitor to Smashwords, has some excellent formatting for your book, or so I’ve heard. Now has a distribution partnership with Smashwords.

The EFA : The Editorial Freelancers Association. Find an editor. Everyone needs one.

Writing Careers: this was suggested to me by a young author, Amelia. I’ve checked out the site and there are a lot of good resources and articles for Self Published authors and those seeking Traditional publishing. Thanks, Amelia.

These sites were last checked on 2 May, 2025